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candidiasis
noun
can·di·di·a·sis
ˌkan-də-ˈdī-ə-səs
plural candidiases
ˌkan-də-ˈdī-ə-ˌsēz
: infection with or disease caused by a candida
called also moniliasis
Examples of candidiasis in a Sentence
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Yogurt is one natural remedy used to treat vaginal yeast infections—also known as vaginal candidiasis.
—Elizabeth Pratt, Health, 21 Aug. 2023
What are the causes and symptoms of candidiasis?
—Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Good Housekeeping, 15 June 2020
One clinical study found that Lactobacillus rhamnosus DSM 14870 and Lactobacillus gasseri DSM 14869 can provide a long-term cure for bacterial vaginosis and recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis.
—Dallas News, 24 Jan. 2023
Women who are pregnant, using hormonal contraceptives, have diabetes, have a weakened immune system, or have recently taken antibiotics are more likely to develop vaginal candidiasis.
—Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Good Housekeeping, 15 June 2020
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Word History
Etymology
New Latin
First Known Use
1952, in the meaning defined above
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“Candidiasis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/candidiasis. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
candidiasis
noun
can·di·di·a·sis
ˌkan-də-ˈdī-ə-səs
plural candidiases
-ə-ˌsēz
: infection with a fungus that resembles a yeast
Medical Definition
candidiasis
noun
can·di·di·a·sis
ˌkan-də-ˈdī-ə-səs
plural candidiases
-ˌsēz
: infection with or disease caused by a fungus of the genus Candida
called also monilia, moniliasis
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